Graduate Division

Interim Graduate Dean

Julienne Maeda

Interim Graduate Dean Julienne K. Maeda, Ph.D. is in charge of the overall management of the Graduate Division. She oversees the proposal and implementation of improvements in graduate education, including the development and supervision of graduate programs and courses, the appointment and evaluation of graduate chairs and faculty, as well as policies and procedures for graduate assistants and the monitoring of graduate fellowships. The Graduate Dean also chairs the Graduate Council and advises the officers of the Graduate Student Organization.

Julienne K. Maeda, Ph.D.
julienne@hawaii.edu
(808) 956-7541

Interim Associate Graduate Dean

Rochelle Piilani Kaaloa

Interim Associate Graduate Dean Rochelle Piʻilani Kaaloa, Ph.D. reviews all proposals for new or revised graduate programs, courses and curricula and consults, advises and assists departments in preparing proposals for programs.  She organizes and/or facilitates annual reviews of graduate faculty and reviews of all graduate programs on cycle.  She advises the officers of the Graduate Student Organization, providing leadership in the area of student support and faculty support as it relates to the effective operations of the Graduate Division in the administration of graduate educational programs. Associate Graduate Dean serves as Vice Chair of the Graduate Council.

Rochelle Piʻilani Kaaloa, Ph.D.
rochelle@hawaii.edu
(808) 956-7541

Graduate Division

The Graduate Division has overall responsibility for all aspects of graduate education at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. The Graduate Division oversees the following:

  • development, implementation and assessment of graduate programs;
  • appointment and evaluation of graduate chairs and faculty; and
  • admission and guidance of graduate students from matriculation through graduation.

Vision Statement: The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Graduate Division aspires to be a global leader in graduate education with impactful programs that advance knowledge, innovation, and creativity with respect and appreciation for diverse cultural perspectives.

Mission Statement: The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Graduate Division is a central, comprehensive unit which provides integral leadership, vision, and administrative, student, and academic support services to promote excellence in graduate education.

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